1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1996 Renault Megane

To start off, both 1996 Ford Crown Victoria and 1996 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria (179 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 660 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ford Crown Victoria 1996 Renault Megane
Make Ford Renault
Model Crown Victoria Megane
Year Released 1996 1996
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 179 HP 106 HP
Engine Bore Size 90.2 mm 79.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 80.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 60 L


 

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