2006 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 79 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 1996 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 1996 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 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 |
