2001 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Falcon. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Falcon | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 5786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 88 L |
