1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1999 Ford Falcon and 1999 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Falcon 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 1999 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Falcon | 1999 Renault Megane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Falcon | Megane |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 21.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |