2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 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 88 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2000 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain. 2013 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Falcon | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |
