2012 Nissan Sentra vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Falcon weights approximately 174 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Sentra | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sentra | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4567 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
