2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 3 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GT | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
