1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 1 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture, 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 (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Venture | Falcon |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 395 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |