2008 Renault Megane vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 256 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Renault Avantime (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
