2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Renault Megane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Megane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |