2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (391 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cavalier | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
