2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1998 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Renault Megane. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Megane. (196 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Megane. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1998 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Five Hundred | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2480 mm |
