2008 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
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 Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 97 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Focus | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
