1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 652 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 238 kg more than 1998 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | CLK |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 6208 cc |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 877 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
