1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1999 Ford Falcon and 1999 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 381 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort, 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort. 1999 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 1999 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
