2003 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2005 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Because 2005 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 2005 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. 2003 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Intrepid | 2005 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Intrepid | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
