2012 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 2012 Toyota Highlander and 2012 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 403 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 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Highlander | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | LPG |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
