2003 Renault Megane vs. 1953 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Riley Pathfinder (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Riley Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1953 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 1953 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Renault | Riley |
| Model | Megane | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
