2011 Nissan Maxima vs. 2003 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 102 kg more than 2003 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2003 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Maxima | 2003 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Maxima | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
