2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane. 2008 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Taurus | 2007 Renault Megane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Taurus | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |