2005 Ford Focus vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 590 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.
Because 2012 BMW 640 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 640. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Focus | 640 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |