2007 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 111 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2011 Renault Duster | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Duster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |