2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 42 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Tucson | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
