2005 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2005 Opel Astra and 2005 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 99 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra. 2005 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Astra | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1244 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
