2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 870 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 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, 2009 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X3 | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 51 L |