2003 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Megane | Edge |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
