2008 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 291 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |
