2003 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 109 kg more than 2013 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, 2003 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Megane | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
