2003 Renault Megane vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2003 Renault Megane and 2003 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 80 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, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Megane | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Megane | Bora |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |