2003 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP) has 392 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (280 Nm). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Renault | Land Rover |
| Model | Megane | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2891 mm |
