2005 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2003 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
