2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 40 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, 2006 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
