1994 Renault Express vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 880 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Express | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Express | Megane |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
