2009 BMW 650 vs. 2009 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2009 BMW 650 and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 650 2009 Ford Focus
Make BMW Ford
Model 650 Focus
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.7 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L