2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 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) has 151 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 26 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-250 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
