2002 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2002 Daihatsu YRV and 2002 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2002 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2002 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (106 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu YRV | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | YRV | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
