2002 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 11 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 66 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 5. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2002 Ford Falcon.
Because 2002 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 2002 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5, 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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Falcon | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
