2008 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (223 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
