2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2000 Opel Corsa and 2000 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Corsa | 2000 Renault Megane | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Corsa | Megane |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |