2002 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 10 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), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 888 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 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2881 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
