2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser

To start off, both 2005 Ford Falcon and 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1275 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon.

Because 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Falcon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Falcon 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser
Make Ford Toyota
Model Falcon Mega Cruiser
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1581 kg 2856 kg
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 3400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 108 L


 

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