2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1231 kg more than 2012 BMW 328.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 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 328 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Focus | 328 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |