2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 620 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Falcon. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Sierra | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Sierra | Falcon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |