2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
