2001 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2001 Ford Focus and 2001 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Renault Twingo. 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, 2001 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Focus | 2001 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Twingo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |