2009 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 3 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 53 L |