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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4500 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 Opel Astra weights approximately 244 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 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1415 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |