2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar R-D6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar R-D6 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 204 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Falcon (533 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (500 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar R-D6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | R-D6 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 68 L |
