2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 1 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 41 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | C-MAX | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
