2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 8 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 53 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2008 BMW 525 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, 2008 BMW 525 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Falcon | 525 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |