2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (243 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 602 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. 2005 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
