Renault 851S vs Renault Ares 540

Verdict: Renault 851S vs Renault Ares 540

The Renault 851S and the Renault Ares 540 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 85 hp. Renault Ares 540 is the lighter machine (4,700 kg vs 7,144 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Renault Ares 540 holds more fuel (180.2 L vs 76.8 L) for longer stints between fills. Renault Ares 540 is the newer design (1997 vs 1980). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.