2001 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 295 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Falcon | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Falcon | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
