2009 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 443 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta, 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 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
