1999 Renault Megane vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. Both 1999 Renault Megane and 2001 Vauxhall Astra are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 108 kg more than 1999 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 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Megane | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
