2007 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ka and 2007 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 758 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ka | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
