2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 12 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | C | Falcon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |