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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 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 (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Focus 2007 Renault Megane
Make Ford Renault
Model Focus Megane
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2522 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 222 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.2 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 18.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 10.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.5 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L


 

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