2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 69 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Focus | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |