2004 BMW 535 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 714 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 2004 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 535 (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
