2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1238 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 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (474 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Focus | X5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 474 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |