2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 228 kg more than 2007 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 Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
