2006 Ford Focus vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 56 kg more than 2010 BMW 135.
Because 2010 BMW 135 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 2010 BMW 135. 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, 2010 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2010 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Focus | 135 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
