2006 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 402 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (190 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |