2012 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 193 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Falcon. (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Falcon | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Tundra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 409 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4967 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1868 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2838 mm | 3270 mm |