2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1338 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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 GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Focus | GL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |