1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota RAV4 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, 1996 Toyota RAV4 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 (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
