2004 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Ford Falcon.
Because 2004 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Falcon | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
