2007 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 534 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.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2008 Opel Antara 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. 2008 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Antara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
