1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 12 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 44 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 575 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Falcon | Terracan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |