2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2005 Ford Falcon and 2005 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2005 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 2005 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima, 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Falcon | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Falcon | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |