2005 Renault Clio vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio 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. Both 2005 Renault Clio and 2002 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,461 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. 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 Renault Clio (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
