2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 261 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
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 Mondeo (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane. 2005 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1656 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
