2005 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 385 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1761 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
