1996 Caterham 7 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1996 Caterham 7 and 1996 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Caterham 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 817 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7.
Because 1996 Caterham 7 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 1996 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Caterham 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Caterham 7 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Caterham | Renault |
Model | 7 | Megane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |