2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 1998 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Megane (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Renault Megane.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 1998 Renault Megane (196 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda B2500 | 1998 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | B2500 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2480 mm |
