2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1412 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
