1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2005 Kia Amanti is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Amanti weights approximately 294 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Because 1999 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 1999 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Amanti, 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (374 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 2005 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Falcon | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
