2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 229 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | Vision | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
