2002 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (336 HP) has 262 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 995 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 Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane. 2002 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Cayenne | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Cayenne | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
