2002 Renault Megane vs. 2002 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2002 Renault Megane and 2002 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Getz (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Getz.
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 Hyundai Getz (144 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane. 2002 Hyundai Getz 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 Hyundai Getz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2002 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Megane | Getz |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
