1996 Renault Megane vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 568 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Megane | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
