2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 410 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.
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 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2007 Renault Megane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Megane |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |