2011 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Falcon.
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-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-250 | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
