2002 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 99 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.
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, 2010 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Megane | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Renault | Mini |
Model | Megane | Cooper |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |