2000 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 380 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus. 1999 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
