2001 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Falcon 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 63 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (157 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 455 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Falcon | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Falcon | Roadster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |