2009 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, both 2009 Renault Megane and 2009 Ford Crown Victoria were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane.
Because 2009 Ford Crown Victoria 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 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Megane | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Megane | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
