2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Boxster | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
