2007 Ford Focus vs. 2010 BMW 750

To start off, 2010 BMW 750 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 750 weights approximately 925 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 2010 BMW 750 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 2010 BMW 750. 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, 2010 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2010 BMW 750 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. 2010 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Focus 2010 BMW 750
Make Ford BMW
Model Focus 750
Year Released 2007 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 609 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 2105 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 5215 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3211 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 82 L


 

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