2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2025 kg more than 2011 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2011 Renault Megane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Excursion | Megane |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |