2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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 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 183 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2011 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. 2000 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2011 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2011 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2011 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Falcon | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
