2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane.
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 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane. 2007 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 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 | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
