2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1000 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 ML 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 ML 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 ML (441 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford Focus | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Focus | ML |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 441 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 | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |