2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. Both 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2003 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 150 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, 2003 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (151 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
