2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop. 2011 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Be Bop has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Be Bop | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Be Bop | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 2093 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |
