2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (362 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 174 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Falcon. (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | CLK | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 877 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
