2006 Ford Focus vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 366 kg more than 1954 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Renault Juva 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 1954 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 1954 Renault Juva | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Juva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |