1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 64 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Falcon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |