2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 3 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
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 (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 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 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
