2001 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa (161 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
