2005 Renault Megane Cabriolet vs. 2005 Renault Megane II Dynamique 1.6
To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane Cabriolet and 2005 Renault Megane II Dynamique 1.6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane II Dynamique 1.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane II Dynamique 1.6 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane Cabriolet. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane II Dynamique 1.6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane II Dynamique 1.6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane Cabriolet. 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 Megane II Dynamique 1.6 (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane Cabriolet. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane II Dynamique 1.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane Cabriolet | 2005 Renault Megane II Dynamique 1.6 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1175 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
