2006 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2000 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 6 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 198 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4.

Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Infiniti QX4 2000 Ford Falcon
Make Infiniti Ford
Model QX4 Falcon
Year Released 2006 2000
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5552 cc 3984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 315 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 530 Nm 357 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 99.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1518 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 59 L


 

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