2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
