1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V 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 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 72 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Honda CR-V. 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, 2001 Honda CR-V, 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 @ 3150 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
