2009 BMW 528 vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 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 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2009 BMW 528 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 528. 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, 2009 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 528 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
