2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 418 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.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Omega 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 2005 Vauxhall Omega. 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, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Focus | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
