Renault Megane 5 Doors (2002 – 2006) vs Volkswagen Golf 5 Doors (2003 – 2008): specs compared
The Volkswagen Golf 5 Doors is the more powerful of the two, with up to 170 hp against 165 hp. It is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 7.9 s against 8.3 s. The Renault Megane 5 Doors uses less fuel, from 4.5 L/100 km against 5.0 L/100 km. It is the lighter car, from 1,140 kg against 1,164 kg.
| Specification |
Renault
Megane 5 Doors
2002 – 2006
|
Volkswagen
Golf 5 Doors
2003 – 2008
|
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Origin | France | Germany |
| Documented years | 2002 – 2006 | 2003 – 2008 |
| Body style | 5 Doors · Hatchback | 5 Doors · Hatchback |
| Variants | 11 | 13 |
| Fuel | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, Diesel |
| Drive | FWD | FWD |
| Gearbox | Manual | Manual |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 82 – 163 hp | 75 – 170 hp |
| Torque | 123 – 300 Nm | 126 – 350 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 8.3 – 14.3 s | 7.9 – 16.7 s |
| Top speed | 171 – 220 km/h | 163 – 220 km/h |
| Economy | ||
| Fuel economy | 4.5 – 8.1 L/100 km | 5.0 – 7.2 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,209 mm | 4,201 mm |
| Width | 1,781 mm | 1,760 mm |
| Height | 1,461 mm | 1,478 – 1,481 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 2,581 mm |
| Curb weight | 1,140 – 1,250 kg | 1,164 – 1,300 kg |
Ranges cover all variants of each car. The highlight marks the best version per row.
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