1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane.
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, 1999 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Zafira | Megane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
