2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 Opel Speedster 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Opel Speedster.
Because 2007 Opel Speedster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2007 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
