2000 Acura EL vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 625 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL, 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL. 2008 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2000 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura EL | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | EL | Falcon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2838 mm |