2005 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane and 2005 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. 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 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1656 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
