2002 Renault Megane vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, both 2002 Renault Megane and 2002 SsangYong Musso were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 765 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Megane | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Renault | SsangYong |
Model | Megane | Musso |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |