2003 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 79 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 84 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
