2006 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (500 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (151 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Focus | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5439 cc |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 96 L |
