2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 181 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Falcon | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Falcon | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1400 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 104 L |