2008 Ford Focus vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 24 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 2009 BMW 118 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 2009 BMW 118. 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, 2009 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2009 BMW 118 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. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2009 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Focus | 118 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
