2002 Renault Megane 1.9 dTi Break vs. 2002 Renault Megane 1.4
To start off, both 2002 Renault Megane 1.9 dTi Break and 2002 Renault Megane 1.4 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane 1.9 dTi Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane 1.4 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane 1.9 dTi Break. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane 1.4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane 1.9 dTi Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane 1.9 dTi Break weights approximately 199 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane 1.4.
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 Renault Megane 1.9 dTi Break (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane 1.4. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Megane 1.9 dTi Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane 1.4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane 1.9 dTi Break | 2002 Renault Megane 1.4 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
