2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 316 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 316 weights approximately 345 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 2012 BMW 316 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 2012 BMW 316. 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, 2012 BMW 316 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2012 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Focus | 316 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
