2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 143 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Scenic 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 Scenic | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Scenic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 12.1 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 | 1362 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |