2001 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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 141 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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 Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Falcon | 2007 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Falcon | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
