2006 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 226 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
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 Renault Megane (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Megane | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
