2002 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 264 kg more than 2002 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 (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane. 2011 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Megane | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
