2008 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 93 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2010 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
