2000 Toyota Echo vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 764 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Echo, 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo. 2009 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Echo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Echo | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Echo | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2838 mm |
