2002 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 350 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 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Megane | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
