2002 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. Both 2002 Renault Megane and 2005 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,461 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane.
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 (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
