2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 2 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.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R 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 R (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Focus | R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
