2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper 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. Both 2007 Mini Cooper and 2003 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 90 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
