2012 Nissan NV vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1148 kg more than 2006 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan NV | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | NV | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6111 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2131 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3711 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 59 L |
