2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1996 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-250 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
