2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Opel Astra
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 Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
