2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2002 Ferrari Rossa 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane.
Because 2002 Ferrari Rossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Ferrari Rossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane. 2002 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Rossa has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Rossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Rossa | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Rossa | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 60 L |
