2006 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 410 kg more than 1995 Ford Falcon.

Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Accord 1995 Ford Falcon
Make Honda Ford
Model Accord Falcon
Year Released 2006 1995
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 3705 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 166 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 398 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2800 mm


 

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