2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Focus | B |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13.2 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 | 1295 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |