1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 575 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
