2007 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 336 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider.
Because 2000 Renault Spider 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 2000 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2000 Renault Spider | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Spider |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |