2007 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 196 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus.
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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Scenic | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
