2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Opel Corsa and 2006 Ford Focus 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 40 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 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 138 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 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 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 Opel Corsa | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Corsa | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |