2010 Ford Focus vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Focus | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Focus | 530 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4445 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1722 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1488 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2614 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
