2002 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2010 Lotus Evora 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Evora (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Evora weights approximately 646 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 Lotus Evora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Evora (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2010 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Renault | Lotus |
| Model | Megane | Evora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
