2000 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Renault Megane
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Megane (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Megane weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Megane. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1997 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
