2007 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 121 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
