2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
