2002 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Renault | Mini |
| Model | Megane | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
