2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, both 2005 Ford Falcon and 2005 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon.

Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (297 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. 2005 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Falcon 2005 Hyundai Terracan
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Falcon Terracan
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 220 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1656 kg
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 75 L


 

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