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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (99 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 111 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
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 | 1599 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |