2002 Renault Megane vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2002 Renault Megane and 2002 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 160 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane. 2002 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
