2000 Renault Megane vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1172 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 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane. 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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. 2005 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Megane | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Megane | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
