1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
