2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1160 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.
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, 2009 GMC Acadia, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (367 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia. 2009 GMC Acadia 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. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Falcon | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 83 L |
