2005 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 940 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Focus | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 15.5 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3165 mm |
