1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger is newer by 12 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Challenger (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 874 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Dodge Challenger (555 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Falcon | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
