2006 BMW 645 vs. 2006 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2006 BMW 645 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 686 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 645 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 645. 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 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 645 2006 Ford Focus
Make BMW Ford
Model 645 Focus
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4150 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.1 seconds 11 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1836 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.8 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L