2002 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. Both 2002 Ford Focus and 2010 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Megane (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2002 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
