2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 978 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 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 2008 BMW X5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1988 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
