2007 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 154 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane. 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 (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Megane | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
