2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
