2002 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 7 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), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC (207 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane. 2002 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen CC has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen CC 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 | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | CC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
