2000 Lada Samara vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara.
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, 2012 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Samara | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Samara | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
