2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Brilliance | Renault |
| Model | BS4 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
