2004 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 8 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), 2012 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Renault Megane (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
