2003 Acura CL vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane. 2003 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | CL | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
