2005 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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, 2002 Opel Astra (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
