2003 Renault Megane vs. 2001 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn Vue weights approximately 155 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.
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, 2001 Saturn Vue (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2001 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Megane | Vue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
