2005 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 321 kg more than 2007 Ford Falcon.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
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2005 SsangYong Korando | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
Make | SsangYong | Ford |
Model | Korando | Falcon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |