2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Megane (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 142 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Renault Megane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |