1994 Toyota Lexcen vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Lexcen | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Lexcen | Megane |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
