2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2001 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 176 kg more than 2001 Ford Falcon.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2001 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2001 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 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 | 1691 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
