2005 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 64 kg more than 2007 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Falcon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1581 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |