2004 Ford Focus vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 8 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 729 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 2012 BMW 740 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 2012 BMW 740. 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, 2012 BMW 740 (600 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Focus | 740 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1221 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
