2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 and 2001 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 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 Renault Megane (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2001 Renault Megane | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 145 | Megane |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |