2002 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2003 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 259 kg more than 2003 Opel Corsa. 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, 2002 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2003 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
