2010 Nissan Altima vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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 Nissan Altima, 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 (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Altima | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Altima | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
