2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |