2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Opel Vectra

To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 537 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 2008 Opel Vectra
Make Ford Opel
Model Focus Vectra
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1908 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 144 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 210 km/hour 217 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.3 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1503 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 61 L


 

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