2005 Acura CL vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Ford Falcon. 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, 2005 Acura CL, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | CL | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
