2011 GMC Terrain vs. 1995 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 16 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 46 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 180 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, 2011 GMC Terrain, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Terrain | 1995 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Terrain | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2800 mm |
