2001 Renault Megane vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2001 Renault Megane and 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 55 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Megane | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Megane | Bora |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |