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31-08-2011, 05:04 PM
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I don't know the full story regarding the future of the Falcon (and don't claim to). Because of this, I have an important question.
I hear a lot of chatter stating that local production of the I6 is going to end at 2015/2016. In order to find a replacement engine, Ford US are going to provide the Falcon with the 3.5 V6. I'll provide an alternative suggestion. Why not just leave the Falcon with the EcoBoost 2.0 as a base engine (and provide the 5.0 V8 N/A as a performance option)? It has a very flat torque curve, and is quite refined (two things that, from what I have seen, the 3.5 V6 can't match). In my opinion, a high revving go-nowhere motor doesn't suit the Falcon; it needs to have plenty of torque down low (which, from what I have heard, the I4T has). Fair enough, the EcoBoost 4 cyl is not quite the I6, but with the reduced weight at the front of the car, the Falcon may actually handle better (not that it isn't superior to the competition). Besides, in these times, fuel economy is a great concern, and the EcoBoost is almost certain to deliver. The inclusion of technology such as direct injection may also help rid people of the misconception that the Falcon is a technological dinosaur. Yes, I haven't driven a Taurus, but unless the V6 is some sort of technological marvel which is able to alleviate the problems inherent in the design of a V6 (and from what I have heard, it isn't), I just can't get excited about the Falcon having a V6. Another option: If Ford US are not willing to do this, why not can it, and do what Ford does in most markets, and offer the Mondeo as the largest car in the Ford stable. Let the old girl die with some dignity; I would much rather have no Falcon at all than one which approximates the Commodore with a better auto. We've already seen one formerly proud brand name shattered in the Focus. I will sell all my Ford merch if I ever see a V6 in the Falcon. It will be a great shame. What does everyone think? Would you be happy to see just the I4T and Coyote V8 in the Falcon?
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Why does the 2015/2016 Falcon need to have a V6?
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