2005 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane and 2005 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 19 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.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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 Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane. 2005 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Megane | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1939 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
