2012 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 183 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon. 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Falcon | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Falcon | SRX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | LPG | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| 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 | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4955 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1868 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2838 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
