2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 6 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, 2011 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (210 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 360 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 2011 Holden Captiva 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, 2011 Holden Captiva 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Falcon | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| 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 | 1845 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
