2002 Renault Megane vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2002 Renault Megane and 2002 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Megane | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |