2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 582 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1880 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
