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 1,899 cc, 2006 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2006 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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 1753 cc 1899 cc
Horse Power 113 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 1400 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 1850 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 196 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1760 mm