2003 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Falcon weights approximately 315 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster 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 Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Falcon | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Falcon | Duster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2673 mm |