2012 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Honda Fit

To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Fit 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 245 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 572 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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, 2011 Honda Fit, 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Ford Falcon 2011 Honda Fit
Make Ford Honda
Model Falcon Fit
Year Released 2012 2011
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3983 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 533 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type 6-speed automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1704 kg 1132 kg
Vehicle Length 4967 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1868 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1433 mm 1524 mm
Wheelbase Size 2838 mm 2499 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 40 L


 

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