2002 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Reno 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Reno 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 Reno.
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 (200 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (170 Nm). This means 2002 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Megane | Reno |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
