2009 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 BMW 318 and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 318 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 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 318 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
