2003 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit, 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, 2006 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Fit | Falcon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |