2000 Renault Megane vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, both 2000 Renault Megane and 2000 Seat Salsa were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Megane | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Megane | Salsa |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |