2002 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2002 Ford Focus and 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 275 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Focus | CLK |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |