2008 BMW 523 vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 523 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 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 523 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
