2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Outlander | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
