2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2012 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2012 Renault Sandero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 569 kg more than 2012 Renault Sandero. 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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Sandero. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Sandero has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Sandero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 2012 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Five Hundred | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
