2000 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Megane | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Megane | Escape |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
