2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 85 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 Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa 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 Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 44 L |