2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 332 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
