2004 Ford E-150 vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 782 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-150 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
