2003 Renault Espace vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Espace (137 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Espace weights approximately 551 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. 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 Espace (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Espace | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1761 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
