2004 Ford E-150 vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 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 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 91 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 697 kg more than 2003 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-150 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
