2003 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane.
Because 2010 Jeep Liberty 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane. 2010 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Megane | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
