2003 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 120 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra. 2003 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Astra | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Astra | Focus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 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 | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |