1995 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 246 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Falcon | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Falcon | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3705 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
