2003 Renault Megane vs. 2004 Suzuki Verona
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Verona 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. Both 2003 Renault Megane and 2004 Suzuki Verona are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Verona (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Verona should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Verona weights approximately 243 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 Suzuki Verona (240 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Verona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2004 Suzuki Verona | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Megane | Verona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
