2005 Renault Megane vs. 1953 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Riley Pathfinder (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 169 kg more than 1953 Riley Pathfinder.
Because 1953 Riley Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 1953 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Renault | Riley |
| Model | Megane | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
