2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2007 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 69 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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1685 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 | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |