2010 Ford E-150 vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 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 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-150. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 182 kg more than 2010 Ford E-150. 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, 2010 Ford E-150, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford E-150 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | E-150 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1522 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |