1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Falcon | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
