2009 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Escape would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Escape | 2011 Renault Megane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escape | Megane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |