1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 11 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 (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Because 2010 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Holden Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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 (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Falcon | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Falcon | Captiva |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |