2007 BMW 750 vs. 2007 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2007 BMW 750 and 2007 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (223 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 443 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 750 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 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, 2007 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2007 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 750 2007 Ford Focus
Make BMW Ford
Model 750 Focus
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4797 cc 2522 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 223 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1835 kg 1392 kg
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 55 L


 

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