2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Renault Modus
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Renault Modus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Renault Modus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Modus (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Modus 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 Modus | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Modus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 15.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1375 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |