2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 757 kg more than 2006 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Falcon. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-150 | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2287 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5888 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
