2007 Ford Focus vs. 2010 BMW 323
To start off, 2010 BMW 323 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 2010 BMW 323 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 2010 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2010 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Focus | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
