2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (210 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (186 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
