1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa 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 3,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon.
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, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Falcon | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Previa |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |