2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 525. 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2007 BMW 525 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 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Focus | 525 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |