2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 7 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 688 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 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Focus | 535 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
