1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (275 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2009 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | E420 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
