2002 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Falcon weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Falcon | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Falcon | Patrol |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 95 L |