2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Ford Falcon. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 122 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | C | Falcon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |