2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda Familia (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
