1996 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 10 kg more than 2013 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, 1996 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus. 2013 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Renault Megane | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Megane | Focus |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |