2005 Renault Megane vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 79 kg more than 2002 Renault Avantime.
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, 2002 Renault Avantime (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Megane | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Megane | Avantime |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1641 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |