2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 4 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 274 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Because 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara 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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Falcon | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Falcon | Antara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1855 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |