2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 222 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ranger | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
