2003 MG ZS vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2003 MG ZS 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZS (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2003 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 MG ZS (240 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (152 Nm). This means 2003 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG ZS | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | MG | Renault |
| Model | ZS | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
