2000 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (239 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 193 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2010 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Astra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |