2011 BMW X5 vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X5 | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1763 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2620 mm |
