2005 Ford Focus vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 1951 Renault Fregate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Renault Fregate (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
