2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2000 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caravan | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
