2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 487 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | CR-V | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
