2005 Opel Astra vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1362 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
