2002 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Megane | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |