2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 422 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane. 2004 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |