2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 589 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane.
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 Opel Corsa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 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 | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
