2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 7 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (140 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Focus | A |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |