2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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. Both 2009 Mini Cooper and 2003 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
