2002 Honda Life vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 844 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life, 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Life | Falcon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 68 L |