2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 236 kg more than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestar | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
