2005 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane and 2005 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 230 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 2005 Renault Clio 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 2005 Renault Clio. 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 Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
