2006 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 7 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1192 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Focus | SLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1261 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
