2002 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Aerio 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
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 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (99 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2005 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Megane | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
