2007 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 11 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, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
