1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 13 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 716 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon.
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, 1998 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Falcon | Savana |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |