2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. 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, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
