2003 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (221 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 129 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2011 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Renault Megane | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Megane | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |