2009 BMW 328 vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2009 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 2009 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
