2001 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Falcon | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Falcon | SL |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |