1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 341 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Falcon | Quest |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |