2003 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 10 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 80 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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, 2013 Mini Coupe (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Renault | Mini |
| Model | Megane | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2467 mm |
