2001 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 11 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 476 kg more than 2001 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Nissan Quest, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Falcon | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Quest |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
