2010 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (305 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 545 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Ford Focus 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Focus CLS
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4445 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1722 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1488 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2614 mm 2875 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 80 L


 

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