2004 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Ford Falcon.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio, 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, 2004 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Falcon | 2006 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Falcon | Rio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |