2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy

To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy 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 (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Mazda Premacy. 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 Mazda Premacy, 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Premacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Falcon 2011 Mazda Premacy
Make Ford Mazda
Model Falcon Premacy
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 220 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.3 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 58 L


 

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