2009 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
