2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 157 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 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |