2002 Ford Lynx vs. 2002 Renault Megane

To start off, both 2002 Ford Lynx 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Ford Lynx.

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, 2002 Ford Lynx (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Lynx 2002 Renault Megane
Make Ford Renault
Model Lynx Megane
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1220 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2630 mm


 

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