2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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 61 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Because 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Falcon | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.1:1 |
| 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 | 1776 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
