2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 355 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 330 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 330. 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Focus | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Focus | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |