2007 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 124 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
