1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | Megane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
