2008 BMW 528 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2008 BMW 528 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 BMW 528.
Because 2008 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 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 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 528. (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 528 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 528 | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |