2008 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B.
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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2005 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Focus | B |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
