2010 Ford Focus vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 331 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Focus | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Focus | 330 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4445 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1725 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1488 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2614 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
