2012 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 13 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-150 | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 411 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2729 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5603 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2192 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1994 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3386 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
