2007 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 498 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
