2003 Renault Megane vs. 2003 Dodge Neon
To start off, both 2003 Renault Megane and 2003 Dodge Neon were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane.
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 Dodge Neon (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane. 2003 Dodge Neon has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Megane | 2003 Dodge Neon | |
Make | Renault | Dodge |
Model | Megane | Neon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |