2007 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 1 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 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 2007 BMW 550. 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
