2007 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 888 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (300 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |
