2003 Holden Berlina vs. 2003 Renault Megane

To start off, both 2003 Holden Berlina and 2003 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Holden Berlina 2003 Renault Megane
Make Holden Renault
Model Berlina Megane
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2530 mm


 

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