2001 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 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 161 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 448 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Falcon | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Falcon | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
