2003 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 596 kg more than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Because 2003 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Sequoia | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Sequoia | Falcon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2838 mm |