2004 Rover 75 vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
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 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Rover | Renault |
| Model | 75 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
