1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
