2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (267 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (370 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Falcon | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 74 L |
