2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Ford Fiesta and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 613 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2005 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Fiesta | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1720 kg |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |