2002 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 4 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2002 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Falcon | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Falcon | 57 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 110 L |
