1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 297 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Falcon | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |