2008 Ford Focus vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2011 BMW 335 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 2011 BMW 335. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Focus | 335 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
