2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ranger | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
