2004 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Megane | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 115 L |
