2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 6 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 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2003 Renault Megane (186 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
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2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Tucson | Megane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1976 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 14.5 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 | 1110 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |