2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 4 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 113 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 6 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2004 Suzuki Aerio 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, 2004 Suzuki Aerio 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2004 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Falcon | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
