2009 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Opel Combo
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Combo would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Opel Combo. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2003 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Combo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
