2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 2 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Accent | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
