1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 8 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 72 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 163 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Falcon | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
