2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 5 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 22 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (344 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane. 2008 Hyundai Entourage has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Entourage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Entourage | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Entourage | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
