2008 Ford Focus vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 628 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 2012 BMW 328 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 2012 BMW 328. 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Focus | 328 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |
