2002 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 920 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 2002 Ford F-250 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, 2002 Ford F-250 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane. 2002 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-250 | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-250 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2530 mm |
