2001 Renault Megane vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 790 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 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (158 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Megane | Safari |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
