2003 Renault Megane II Sport Tourer 1.6 vs. 2003 Renault Megane II Sport Tourer 1.4
To start off, both 2003 Renault Megane II Sport Tourer 1.6 and 2003 Renault Megane II Sport Tourer 1.4 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 Megane II Sport Tourer 1.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane II Sport Tourer 1.6 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane II Sport Tourer 1.4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane II Sport Tourer 1.6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane II Sport Tourer 1.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane II Sport Tourer 1.6 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane II Sport Tourer 1.4. 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 II Sport Tourer 1.6 (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane II Sport Tourer 1.4. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane II Sport Tourer 1.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane II Sport Tourer 1.4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane II Sport Tourer 1.6 | 2003 Renault Megane II Sport Tourer 1.4 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 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 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
