2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 587 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Uplander | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
