1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
