2002 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Polo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
