2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 366 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 2010 BMW M5 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 2010 BMW M5. 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2010 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Focus | M5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
