2009 Ford Focus vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 959 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 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Focus | X3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 67 L |