2011 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 294 kg more than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Falcon | 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Falcon | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4967 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1868 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2838 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
