2004 Renault Megane vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 25 (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 25 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 1999 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Megane | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
