1995 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 48 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
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, 1995 Ford Escort (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Megane |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
