2000 Volkswagen Bora vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. Both 2000 Volkswagen Bora and 1999 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 2 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Bora.
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 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane. 1999 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Volkswagen Bora | 1999 Renault Megane | |
Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
Model | Bora | Megane |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |