2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Focus | A |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |