2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
