2007 Opel GT vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel GT weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Opel GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel GT | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | GT | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
