2003 Renault Clio vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2003 Renault Clio 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio.
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 Clio (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Clio | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Clio | Megane |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |