1998 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 184 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Focus | B |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
