2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 232 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Falcon | K2700 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
