2006 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz R and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1057 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | R | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
