2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 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 104 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2000 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 2007 Toyota RAV4 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. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
