2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Range Rover Evoque | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1669 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4366 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1966 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1636 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
