2001 Ford F-250 vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 646 kg more than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Because 2001 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 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, 2001 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford F-250 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-250 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |