2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 51 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | SL | Falcon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3722 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |