2005 Renault Megane vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 294 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2214 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
