2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 725 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 X5 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 X5 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 X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Focus | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |