2000 Ford Focus vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Focus | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
