2001 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 4 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 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 90 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, 2005 Rover 45 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (158 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane. 2005 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Megane | 45 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 66.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
