2003 Renault Megane vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 345 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, 2004 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (186 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Megane | 75 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
