Mazda MX-5 2000 vs Renault Megane 2003
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 1.9 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Mazda MX-5) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Renault Megane) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 146 HP | 120 HP | |
| Torque: | 168 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds | |
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Mazda MX-5 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda MX-5 engine produces 26 HP more power than Renault Megane, but torque is 132 NM less than Renault Megane. Thanks to more power Mazda MX-5 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.5 | 5.5 | |
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The Renault Megane is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mazda MX-5 consumes 4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Renault Megane, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mazda MX-5 could require 600 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 520 km in combined cycle | 1090 km in combined cycle | |
| 660 km on highway | 1330 km on highway | ||
| Renault Megane gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Renault Megane) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mazda MX-5) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 120 mm (4.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda MX-5 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Mazda MX-5 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.98 m | 4.36 m | |
| Width: | 1.68 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.22 m | 1.40 m | |
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Mazda MX-5 is smaller. Mazda MX-5 is 39 cm shorter than the Renault Megane, 10 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda MX-5 is 18 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 145 litres | 190 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
145 litres | 490 litres | |
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Renault Megane has more luggage space. Mazda MX-5 has 45 litres less trunk space than the Renault Megane. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Renault Megane (by 345 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.7 meters | 10.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda MX-5 is 0.5 metres less than that of the Renault Megane, which means Mazda MX-5 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`280 | 1`880 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 4200 | 1800 | |
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