2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2003 Ford Mondeo and 2003 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane.
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, 2003 Renault Megane (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mondeo | Megane |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |