1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 14 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Falcon | Journey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |
