2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1185 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Focus | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 96 L |
