2002 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Zafira 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 105 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, 2002 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2005 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Megane | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
