2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | CLK | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
