2008 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2008 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
