2007 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 121 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane.
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, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
