2002 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 357 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ford Focus (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Corsa |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |