2008 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 21.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |