2005 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 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 (174 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
