2012 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 738 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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 (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Falcon | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1704 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4967 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1868 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2838 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
