2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 128 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (161 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |