2008 BMW 130 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2008 BMW 130 and 2008 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 13 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 2008 BMW 130 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 2008 BMW 130. 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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2008 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
