1997 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 12 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 56 kg more 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 (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Falcon | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Falcon | CLK |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |