2010 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 56 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Focus | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Astra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4445 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1725 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1488 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2614 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 52 L |
