2004 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
