2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Corsa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |