2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Clio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |