2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 136 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 63 kg more than 2010 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla, 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |