2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 326 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1255 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
