2006 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (151 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
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, 1998 Renault Safrane (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Safrane |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2188 cc |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |