2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 234 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 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. 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 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Boxster | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
