2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Focus | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
