2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
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 Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |