1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 396 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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 (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Falcon | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1119 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
