2006 Renault Megane vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 285 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Megane | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
