2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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, 2005 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
