2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-150 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 50 L |
