2003 MCC ForFour vs. 2003 Renault Megane

To start off, both 2003 MCC ForFour 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForFour. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 MCC ForFour. 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 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForFour.

Compare all specifications:

2003 MCC ForFour 2003 Renault Megane
Make MCC Renault
Model ForFour Megane
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1331 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.4 mm 70 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 176 km/hour 181 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 60 L


 

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