2003 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2003 Ford Focus and 2003 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra. 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, 2003 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |
