2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Renault Logan

To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Renault Logan were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 389 kg more than 2009 Renault Logan. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Logan.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Focus 2009 Renault Logan
Make Ford Renault
Model Focus Logan
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1459 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 18.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 198 km/hour 158 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.3 seconds 15 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1454 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 4.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 50 L


 

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