2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (216 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 6 kg more than 1993 Ford Falcon.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (365 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Dakota | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Falcon |
Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |