2000 Ford Artic vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Falcon (353 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Artic | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
