2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2002 Opel Vectra 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 260 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.
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 (300 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Vectra | 2002 Renault Megane | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Vectra | Megane |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |