2009 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
