2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2002 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 835 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.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2002 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2800 mm |
