2001 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1351 kg more than 2001 BMW 320.
Because 2001 BMW 320 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 2001 BMW 320. 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, 2001 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | Focus |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |