2008 Ford Focus vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 360 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 530 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 530. 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 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2012 BMW 530 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. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Focus | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
