1998 Renault Megane vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, both 1998 Renault Megane and 1998 Rover 200 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Megane weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Rover 200.
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 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Megane. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Megane | 1998 Rover 200 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Megane | 200 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |