2002 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 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. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 130 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.
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, 2005 Rover 75 (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane. 2002 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Megane | 75 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
