2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 226 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda CR-V | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | CR-V | Falcon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 391 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |