2003 Renault Megane vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2003 Renault Megane and 2003 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 120 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Megane | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Megane | V50 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |