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 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 12 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (391 Nm) has 80 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 261 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 391 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1716 kg 1704 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 Consumption Highway 9.1 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 68 L


 

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