2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
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 Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 249 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 922 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |
