2008 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 907 kg more than 2008 Ford Falcon.
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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Falcon | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.38:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4967 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1868 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2838 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 150 L |
