2009 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 684 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Falcon | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4955 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1868 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2838 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |