2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 582 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (158 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
