2002 Dodge Durango vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Durango weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Because 2002 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Durango 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, 2002 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Durango | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
