2002 Holden UTE vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2002 Holden UTE 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden UTE weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Holden UTE 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 Holden UTE. 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 Holden UTE (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden UTE | 2002 Renault Megane | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | UTE | Megane |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |