1998 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 685 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Plymouth Voyager | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Voyager | Megane |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2480 mm |