2004 Holden Frontera vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera 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, 2004 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Frontera | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
