2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 318 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Corsa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |