2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Opel Antara
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Opel Antara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Antara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1899 cc |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |