2002 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager is newer by 9 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 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1024 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane. 2011 Lancia Voyager has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | Megane | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
