2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 469 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 X3 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 X3 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 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 2007 BMW X3 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 X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
