2012 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | R | Focus |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5156 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3216 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
