2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 13 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 547 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.
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 @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Falcon | GLK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2016 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2755 mm |