2000 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
