2006 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1432 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. 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, 2003 Renault Megane (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
