2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 5 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 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 197 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
