2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (385 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 3606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
