2003 Renault Megane vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 76 kg more 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 Renault Megane (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
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2003 Renault Megane | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Megane | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |