2008 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 413 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Antara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |