1997 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon.
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, 1997 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | SLK |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
