2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 612 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 Viano 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford Focus | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Focus | Viano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |