1996 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1996 Dodge Ram 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 209 kg more than 1996 Dodge Ram.
Because 1996 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. 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 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (130 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2470 mm |
