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 116 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (212 HP @ 5500 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 535 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 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (310 Nm @ 3500 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 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |