2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Ford Freestar 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. 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 Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Freestar | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
