2001 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera, 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, 2001 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Falcon | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Primera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
