2003 Renault Megane vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. Both 2003 Renault Megane and 2002 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 174 kg more than 2002 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 Megane (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
