2008 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 35 kg more than 2010 Ford Falcon.
Because 2010 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 2010 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur, 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Grandeur | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Grandeur | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
