2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (210 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 9 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | C | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1485 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
