2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 6 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1239 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Falcon | Savana |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |