2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 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 (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 16.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |