2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2010 BMW 320 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 2010 BMW 320. 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, 2010 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2010 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Focus | 320 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
