2002 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2008 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 359 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Falcon. 2008 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | Carrera GT | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
