2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 180 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Falcon | Corvette |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
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 | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 575 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1244 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |