2004 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2004 BMW 318 and 2004 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 113 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2004 BMW 318 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 2004 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW 318 (355 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
