2004 BMW 645 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2004 BMW 645 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 645 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 645. 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 645 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 645 | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |