2003 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 155 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Renault | Xedos |
| Model | Megane | 9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
