2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 22 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Pontiac Vibe (172 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Vibe | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
