2002 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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 Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Megane | 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Megane | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |