2003 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
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2003 Ford Focus | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |