2004 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2004 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Microbus 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 86 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Ford Falcon.
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, 2004 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Falcon | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Falcon | Microbus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |