2000 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2000 Ford Focus and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (128 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 340 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Focus | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 69 L |