2002 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane.
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 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane. 2002 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
