2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 119 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Xedos | Ford |
| Model | 9 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2838 mm |
