2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Antara would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 805 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.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Antara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |