1999 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 1999 Dodge Ram and 1999 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Ram | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Falcon |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2880 mm |