2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 3 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 499 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 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2007 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Antara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |