2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (139 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. 1996 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
