2001 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RSX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RSX weights approximately 136 kg more than 2002 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, 2001 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | RSX | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
