2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 388 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Optra | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
