2012 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lexus IS 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 61 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Falcon | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Falcon | IS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | LPG | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4955 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1868 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2838 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
