2006 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Focus | B |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
