2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. 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 Opel Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Vectra | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
