2004 Renault Megane vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2004 Renault Megane and 2004 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 422 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Megane | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | Megane | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |