2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1209 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 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Falcon | Savana |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |