2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra 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 131 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Vectra weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2000 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 2000 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra, 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Falcon | Vectra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 200 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |