2000 Volkswagen AAC vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen AAC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen AAC would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen AAC. (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen AAC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen AAC | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | AAC | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 765 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
