2009 Renault Megane vs. 2002 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane. 2002 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Megane | 2002 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
