2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 235 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | CR-V | Falcon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |