2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1104 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon. 2011 Ford F-150 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. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
