2012 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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 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 84 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 39 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Because 1999 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 1999 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Transit Connect | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Transit Connect | Falcon |
Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |