2003 Opel Astra vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
