2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 BMW X3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 749 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 X3 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 X3 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 X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
