2003 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2003 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 640 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane.
Because 2003 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2003 Hyundai Terracan (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane. 2003 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Hyundai Terracan | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Terracan | Megane |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 235 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |