2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2007 BMW Z4 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |