2009 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Safrane (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Safrane weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1303 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
