2011 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 579 kg more than 2009 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2283 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4884 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1847 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
