2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 375 kg more than 1996 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Pilot | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |