2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 338 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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 (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Accord 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. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
