2005 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 191 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang. 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1390 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2580 mm |
