2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos

To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 696 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Atos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos. 2005 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Falcon 2011 Hyundai Atos
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Falcon Atos
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 1086 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 5450 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 84 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2850 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.4 mm 67 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 77 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1581 kg 885 kg
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 35 L


 

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