2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 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 (300 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 330 2005 Ford Focus
Make BMW Ford
Model 330 Focus
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 1986 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 174 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 53 L