1999 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 507 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.
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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Megane | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
