2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 138 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2012 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | SsangYong | Ford |
Model | Korando | Falcon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 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 | 8.8:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |