2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mondeo would be higher. 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 19 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 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 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| 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 | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
