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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
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 | 2999 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |