2000 Ford Focus vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW Z4 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 2010 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Focus | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
