2004 Ford Focus vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 404 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 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Focus | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1221 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |