2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 23 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Opel Astra (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |