2004 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2004 BMW M6 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 541 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 M6 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 M6. 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M6 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |