2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (223 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |