2001 Hyundai Accent vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2001 Hyundai Accent 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Accent (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 440 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.
Because 2001 Hyundai Accent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent 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, 2001 Hyundai Accent (678 Nm) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (158 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Accent | 2001 Renault Megane | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Accent | Megane |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 158 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |