2009 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 514 kg more than 2009 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
