1996 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Rover 25.
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, 2005 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Megane | 25 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
