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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 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 25 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 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 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 | 1989 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |