2005 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 1 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 215 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |