2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 394 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2007 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |