2002 Ford Focus vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 1 Series 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 2012 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Focus | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |
