1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, both 1999 Ford Falcon and 1999 Rover 25 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 116 more horse power than 1999 Rover 25. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 Rover 25. 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 Rover 25, 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 25. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Falcon | 1999 Rover 25 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Falcon | 25 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |