2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2007 BMW Alpina 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 387 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 825 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2007 BMW Alpina 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 Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Alpina | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |