2004 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
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2004 Renault Megane | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Megane | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |