2008 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 608 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Focus | Viano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
