2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 338 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | EX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
