2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (121 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 435 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus.
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 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Vectra | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
