2009 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |