2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Scenic is newer by 7 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 1,757 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Renault Scenic. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Scenic weights approximately 45 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 (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1757 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
