2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
