2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 9 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 552 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-250 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 59 L |