2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus.
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, 2001 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Vectra | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
