2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Falcon | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
