2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 182 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, 2006 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |