2012 BMW 118 vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
Because 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 118 | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 118 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1411 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 47 L |
