2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 13 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1438 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ford Falcon | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Falcon | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 565 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.4 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 117 L |