2002 Ford Focus vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 800 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 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Focus | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
