2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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, 2003 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
