2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 636 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Focus | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 432 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |