1994 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Because 1994 BMW M5 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 1994 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3793 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
