2012 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 427 kg more than 2007 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 Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2008 kg | 1581 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
