2009 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Renault Scenic

To start off, 2012 Renault Scenic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Renault Scenic. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Scenic weights approximately 354 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 (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Focus 2012 Renault Scenic
Make Ford Renault
Model Focus Scenic
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 60 L


 

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