2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Opel Speedster were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 239 kg more than 2004 Opel Speedster.
Because 2004 Opel Speedster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Speedster 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 Speedster | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Speedster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |