2008 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 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 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
