2002 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 335 kg more than 2002 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Falcon | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Falcon | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
