2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 141 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Clio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1757 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |