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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 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 Ford Focus weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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 | 1998 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1181 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |