2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 11 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-150 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
