2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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. Both 2005 Ford Focus and 2004 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 310 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
