2003 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 110 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Megane | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2642 mm |
