2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2004 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |