1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 15 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 93 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon, 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 (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
