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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 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 Ford Focus weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2006 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
