2000 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 490 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, 2005 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Megane | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Megane | 75 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
