2003 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 2 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 415 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.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Megane | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
