2007 BMW 335 vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2000 Ford Focus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 335 | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |