2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Range Rover | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |