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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 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 838 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 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
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 351 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 246 km/hour 174 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1362 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 4.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 53 L


 

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