2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Equus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Equus would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 409 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Falcon | Equus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1990 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
