2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2000 Ford Falcon and 2000 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 182 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Opel Astra, 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (125 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 2000 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Falcon | Astra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 125 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 52 L |