2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (515 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (210 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 870 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.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (720 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Falcon | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 515 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
