2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Falcon | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Falcon | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1576 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |