2001 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 6 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 81 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Ford Falcon.
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, 2007 Hyundai Sonata, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Falcon | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Falcon | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
