2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 12 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, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 766 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.
Because 2012 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2012 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Falcon | MDX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
