2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 65 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, 2006 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
