2007 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Zafira 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 82 kg more than 2007 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 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
