2005 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane and 2005 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift. 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 (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Megane | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Megane | Swift |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |