2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Focus | ML |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |