1999 Renault Megane vs. 1999 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 1999 Renault Megane and 1999 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1999 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 1999 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
