2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 408 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Vectra (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (158 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
