2000 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Forester | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Forester | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |
