2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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, 2005 Renault Clio (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
