2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Scenic (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Scenic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |