2009 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 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 320 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
