2002 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 346 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Megane | Ram |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
