2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Excursion | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |
