2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 Ford Falcon. (362 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 132 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | E | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 1836 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
