2010 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 553 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz R | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | R | Falcon |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | LPG |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5156 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3216 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |