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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 74 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra 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 Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |