2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion.
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, 2010 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fusion | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
