2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 612 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | E | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | LPG |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
