2012 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 619 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Falcon | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Falcon | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | LPG | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4967 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1868 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2838 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
